Farmhouse Ham And Corn Chowder

• 1/2 cup onion, chopped
• 1/2 cup celery, chopped
• 1/2 cup sweet red pepper, chopped
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1/4 cup flour
• 1 (1 ounce) envelope ranch dressing mix
• 4 1/4 cups milk
• 2 cups frozen sweet corn
• 2 cups frozen cubed hash brown potatoes, thawed
• 2 cups cooked ham, cubed
• 1/4 teaspoon thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 dash pepper
• 2 ounces gouda cheese

1. In a large pan, saute the onion, celery and pepper in the butter until the veggies are crisp-tender.
2. Stir in flour and ranch dressing mix until smooth. Gradually stir in milk.
3. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
4. Add the corn, potatoes, ham and spices. Bring to a boil.
5. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 8-10 minutes, or until heated through.
6. Sprinkle with cheese before serving. I actually use shredded swiss cheese in my soup, personal preference! And the more the better!

onion, celery, sweet red pepper, butter, flour, ranch dressing, milk, frozen sweet corn, potatoes, thyme, salt, garlic, pepper, gouda cheese

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/farmhouse-ham-and-corn-chowder-387991 (may not work)